In this first episode, Beth warmly welcomes listeners and shares how her perimenopause journey—weight changes, sleepless nights, and shifting moods—sparked a deeper dive into wellness and mental health. With a background in fitness, kinesiology, and therapy, she combines science, humor, and heart to help others navigate life’s transitions.
Beth opens up about her own experiences with anxiety, perfectionism, and loss, explaining how they shaped her as a therapist and inspired Neon Lavender Therapy & Wellness and Menobodies & NL Coaching.
Listeners can expect future episodes that blend real talk, research, and relatable stories on perimenopause, mental health, and self-growth—all in Beth’s quirky, compassionate style.
Welcome to the very first episode of Menobodies! Beth opens the series with warmth, humor, and honesty as she shares how her own perimenopause journey led to creating Neon Lavender Therapy & Wellness and Menobodies Coaching.
She talks about noticing the early signs—weight gain, constipation, fatigue, mood swings, forgetfulness—and how her curiosity (not quick fixes) pushed her to research, ask questions, and advocate for herself.
Beth also shares her background:
- Degrees in kinesiology and mental health counseling
- Experience in higher education, group fitness, and wellness
- Her evolution from personal trainer to therapist and coach
Through her story, Beth opens up about her lifelong anxiety, perfectionism, disordered eating, and loss—experiences that shaped her empathy and authenticity as a therapist. She reminds listeners that therapists are often wounded healers who’ve done their own inner work, and that doing so makes them more compassionate guides.
In this episode, you’ll hear:- Beth’s personal and professional journey including perimenopause
- What makes her therapy and coaching approach unique—creative, down-to-earth, and full of humor
- Why she created Neon Lavender Therapy & Wellness and Menobodies
- What to expect from the Menobodies podcast: real talk, research, relatable stories, and a few laughs
Beth’s message:
You’re not alone in figuring this out. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, mental health challenges, or just trying to feel more like yourself again, this space is for you.
Stay tuned for the next episode—Beth’s first deep-dive topic: pelvic floor changes, leaks, and laughter. You won’t want to miss it!
Connect with Beth:💌 Email: beth@neonlavendertherapy.com
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